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Ratio selection method for a continuously variable transmission

US7097587B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 12, 2004
Grant dateAug 29, 2006
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Expiry dateMar 30, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60W30/1882
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A gear ratio selection method for a transmission in a motor vehicle includes detecting a power request, detecting a vehicle speed of the motor vehicle, and providing an engine speed of the motor vehicle. A first desired engine speed is calculated from a first variogram using the power request and the vehicle speed. A second desired engine speed is calculated from a second variogram using the power request and the vehicle speed. A blend factor is determined from the power request, the vehicle speed, and the engine speed. Finally, a blended desired engine speed is calculated from the first desired engine speed, the second desired engine speed, and the blend factor. The blended desired engine speed is used to determine a gear ratio for the continuously variable transmission.

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